any new rumours about the 27?

Why on earth wouldn't they put the aperture ring on it? This lens looses a LOT of appeal to me simply because of that. Perhaps it will be exceptionally cheap and just meant as an entry lens for that entry camera. Maybe I can forgive the lack of aperture ring in that case.
 
I don't mind if it has no aperture ring, it has in the X body anyway. I guess the pancake design kinda make it difficult for an AF lens to be this small. I'll get this as soon as it's out.
 
I just hope the pic is wrong and that the original with the aperture ring is right. A lost cause maybe, but I still hope. :(
 
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PRE-ORDERS

BODY ONLY

X-M1 silver: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama
X-M1 black: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama
X-M1 brown: BHphoto / Adorama

BODY + KIT LENS + LENSES

X-M1 silver with XC 16-50: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama
X-M1 black with XC 16-50: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama
X-M1 brown with XC 16-50: BHphoto / Adorama

XF 27mm black: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama
XF 27mm silver: BHphoto / Adorama

XC 16-50: BHphoto

FUJIFILM USA X-M1 official page

fujifilmusa X-M1 website

FIRMWARE

On 25th June and on 23rd July Fuji will upgrades the firmware. They will provide improved AF performance for all Fujinon XF lenses and add a ‘Focus Peak Highlight’ function for manual focusing. Check the firmware update site here. More details at dpreview here.



IMAGE SAMPLES

Fuji Japan sample shots: X-M1 with 16-50mm / XF 27mm

PRESS RELEASES and FIRST LOOKS

X-M1 (16-50mm): dpreview / imaging resource / FUJIFILM press release /

XF27mm: FUJIFILM press release /

dpreview conclusions: “it looks very much as though it might be one of the most usable, photographer-friendly small mirrorless cameras on the market. Other companies have generally made their small models as externally-simple as possible, for fear of driving away beginners, but Fujifilm has instead gone ahead and covered the X-M1 with more controls than you’ll find on some entry-level SLRs. We’re not sure if it’s the smallest twin-dial interchangeable lens camera ever made, but it has to be close. [...] Overall, then, the X-M1 combines a compact form factor with proper twin-dial controls, Fujifilm’s lovely JPEG colour rendition, and a full range of exposure modes which means it can be used by a novice while still offering enough manual control to keep enthusiasts happy. The new XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 kit zoom offers a usefully wider-angle view than typical 18-55mm kit zooms, and impressively fast focusing. This makes for a pretty mouth-watering package that looks very close to the Olympus PEN E-P5 at a distinctly lower price point”

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FIRMWARE press release

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) today announces the release of two new firmware updates for the FUJIFILM X-Pro1 and X-E1 compact system cameras, one on 25thJune and a further one on 23rd July.

25th June firmware update:

FUJIFILM X-Pro1 Ver.2.05, FUJIFILM X-E1 Ver.1.06

1. Additional functionality to improve “one-handed” camera operation

A ‘Focus Frame Selection’ option has been added to the ‘Fn’ (function) button.
This offers easier/quicker operation when setting the Focus Frame Selection using only your right hand.
A second ‘Fn’ button can be allocated.
This enables you to allocate a function to the selector “down” button. The default setting is ‘Focus Frame Selection’ but this can be changed to whatever suits your shooting style.

2. Enable aperture control for lenses without aperture rings (XF27mmF2.8 / XC16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS)

If you are using either of these lenses which do not feature aperture ring, this firmware update allows you to adjust the aperture setting by using the command dial.

23rd July firmware update:

FUJIFILM X-Pro1 Ver.3.00, FUJIFILM X-E1 Ver.2.00

1. Improvement of AF speed. Improves AF speed on all existing XF lenses, thanks to the updated algorithm throughout the full range of focal length. Lenses covered:

XF14mm F2.8 R
XF18mmF2 R
XF35mmF1.4 R
XF60mmF2.4 R Macro
XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R LM OIS

NOTES:

The AF Speed on the XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R MS OIS lens has been already optimised.
For all lenses other than the XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R MS OIS, the firmware for each lens must be also updated.

2. ‘Focus Peak Highlight’ function for manual focusing

A ‘Focus Peak Highlight’ function, which features on the X100S and X20 cameras, can be added via this firmware update. It assists accurate and sensitive manual focusing by enhancing the outline of your subject in high contrast.

3. Improvement in ‘Checking Focus’ operation: how to change magnification ratio in manual focusing

The process to check focus by selecting manual focus magnification has improved. Just press and rotate the dial right or left and the camera will alternate magnification between 3x and then 10x , whichever way you continue to turn it.

To download the new firmware files & instructions on upgrading your cameras:

Please visit Fujifilm’s global website: http://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/software/
 
It's interesting that Fuji says this about the 27mm:

"High-speed autofocus

The lens incorporates an autofocus design that uses a high-torque coreless DC motor to shift all of the front lens elements (5 elements in 4 groups) to achieve a fast AF speed. The quick AF response is one of the fastest amongst single focal length lenses on APS-sensor mirrorless cameras."
 
jsrockit said:
Why Joe? Unless you don't care about pocketability...
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i never put the rx100 into a pocket...i use the terraclime 50.
it would be nice to have 3 bodies that all take the same lenses...though i have to admit that the xe1 and the 27 could do the same job as the rx100/xm1...

maybe i should just sell the rx100!?
 
back alley said:
i never put the rx100 into a pocket...i use the terraclime 50.
it would be nice to have 3 bodies that all take the same lenses...though i have to admit that the xe1 and the 27 could do the same job as the rx100/xm1...

maybe i should just sell the rx100!?
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I can imagine rationalization for having two bodies but three is a complete overkill from my point of view. I don't believe that anyone really needs all of them, especially considering the fact that it's the same sensor. But that's just me.

gilpen123 said:
Planning to sell my XE1, not anymore with the FW update/s and the 27.
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I planned to switch to film only. But now focus peaking and second fn button will most likely make me keep the camera. These changes drastically improve handling. Especially second fn button as i'll finally be able to have direct access to white balance setting that I change quite often.
 
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